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Stagflation Is Worse Than A Recession: Here’s How To Prepare

Stagflation Is Worse Than A Recession: Here’s How To Prepare

Stagflation is a rare and challenging economic condition where slow or stagnant growth, high unemployment, and persistent inflation occur simultaneou…

Various Things Children Can Do To Earn Money For A Business

Various Things Children Can Do To Earn Money For A Business

One of my goals is to put my kids to work so they can earn money, contribute to a Roth IRA, and learn the value of hard work and the power of investi…

Helping Others While Making Millions On YouTube And TikTok

Helping Others While Making Millions On YouTube And TikTok

Back in 2019, I remember being surprised at a survey by toy maker Lego that asked young adults what they wanted to be when they grew up. The top answ…

When To Cut Your Financial Losses When Paying For Service

When To Cut Your Financial Losses When Paying For Service

To my dismay, my beloved hot tub stopped working the other day. It had been fully operational since 2016, but when I went to visit it for a late morn…

Live-To-Work Is Back And It Could Cost You A Great Fortune

Live-To-Work Is Back And It Could Cost You A Great Fortune

Since 2009, I’ve been writing about the importance of working to live—accumulating wealth to achieve financial independence and freedom ASAP. But des…

The Only Good Reasons To Pay Off A Low-Interest-Rate Mortgage Early

The Only Good Reasons To Pay Off A Low-Interest-Rate Mortgage Early

Despite the wonderful peace of mind that comes with owning a home free and clear, deciding to pay off a low-interest rate mortgage early is not alway…

Driving A 28-Year-Old Beater Made Me Love My Car Again
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Driving A 28-Year-Old Beater Made Me Love My Car Again

While visiting my parents in Honolulu this past winter, I ended up driving my dad's 28-year-old beater for eight days. He bought that Toyota Avalon n…

A Paid-Off Home Is A Great Shield Against Fear And Uncertainty

A Paid-Off Home Is A Great Shield Against Fear And Uncertainty

As I sadly watch my stock portfolio correct by over 10%, I find serenity in my paid-off home. No matter how much the stock market tanks, it's comfort…

The Positive Impact A Recession Can Have On Your Life

The Positive Impact A Recession Can Have On Your Life

Unfortunately, the chances of another recession are increasing, largely due to the uncertainty set forth by the new administration. When uncertainty …

A Simple Three-Step Process To Investing A Lot Of Money Wisely

A Simple Three-Step Process To Investing A Lot Of Money Wisely

Let's say you've come into a large sum of money—perhaps $1 million or more from stock grants, a bonus, or the sale of a home. Congratulations! After …


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Helping Millions And Making Millions On YouTube And TikTok With Humphrey Yang

Helping Millions And Making Millions On YouTube And TikTok With Humphrey Yang

I have the pleasure of speaking with Humphrey Yang, a personal finance content creator with over 1.6 million followers on YouTube and over 3.3 millio…

Uncertainty, Fear, And Chaos: A Real Estate Investor's Best Friends

Uncertainty, Fear, And Chaos: A Real Estate Investor's Best Friends

With trade wars, massive federal government employee cuts, fallout with Ukraine, and worsening relationships with European countries, the Trump admin…

The Million-Dollar Mindset By Personal Finance Enthusiasts

The Million-Dollar Mindset By Personal Finance Enthusiasts

With stock market volatility returning and the potential for an economic slowdown ahead, I can’t help but feel grateful for the incredible gains we’v…

Building Purpose, Minimizing Regret, And Getting Off The Achievement Treadmill

Building Purpose, Minimizing Regret, And Getting Off The Achievement Treadmill

I speak with Dr. Jordan Grumet about building purpose for a happier and more meaningful life. If you're feeling stuck, as many of us so inevitably do…

How An Open-Ended Venture Capital Fund Operates

How An Open-Ended Venture Capital Fund Operates

In part 2 of my discussion with Ben Miller, CEO of Fundrise, and sponsor of Financial Samurai, I ask him about how an open-ended venture capital fund…

The Bull Case For Commercial Real Estate In 2025 And Beyond

The Bull Case For Commercial Real Estate In 2025 And Beyond

In this episode, I speak to Ben Miller, co-founder and CEO of Fundrise about his outlook for commercial real estate in 2025. Despite high mortgage ra…

Why You Could Make More In Retirement Than While Working

Why You Could Make More In Retirement Than While Working

One of the biggest reasons I was against contributing to a Roth IRA is my belief that most people won’t make more money in retirement than while work…

What To Expect In 2025 For Stocks, Real Estate, And Financial Samurai

What To Expect In 2025 For Stocks, Real Estate, And Financial Samurai

Happy New Year everyone! I hope you’re enjoying the time off and doing some reflecting. I’ve returned to San Francisco after eight days of being in O…

How To Increase Your Chances Of Getting Into A Top College

How To Increase Your Chances Of Getting Into A Top College

I speak to high school principal, John Durante, about his latest book, Straight From The Admissions Office. We also talk in depth about how high scho…

Concerns From Retirement Planners With Steve Chen, Founder of Boldin (formerly NewRetirement)

Concerns From Retirement Planners With Steve Chen, Founder of Boldin (formerly NewRetirement)

I recently spoke with Steve Chen, founder of Boldin (formerly NewRetirement), about common concerns retirees face. Boldin stands out as the most comp…


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